Silent City

In the book "Banshee", a young female warrior must start a revolution to save her society from the skrake and the patriarchal Management.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 04 January 2024
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

From the acclaimed author of LAST ONES LEFT ALIVE comes a thrilling and thought-provoking novel that delves into the heart of a young female warrior's journey as she embarks on a mission to ignite a revolution, ensuring the survival of herself and those she holds dear amidst a devastating zombie apocalypse.

A provocative masterpiece, Joseph O'Connor's novel takes readers on a captivating journey into a world filled with danger, suspense, and profound feminist themes. Set in the sprawling city of Phoenix City, Orpen, a unique and marginalized outsider, has earned the privilege of joining the ranks of the banshees, a formidable group of women tasked with protecting the city from the ravenous skrake, the malevolent creatures that have ravaged the surrounding countryside.

However, beneath the surface of tranquility, unrest is brewing in Phoenix City. A deadly sickness plagues the population, claiming lives at an alarming rate, while the fighting women, tired of enforcing the patriarchal rules of the Management, are growing increasingly weary of the status quo. Speculation spreads that the banshees have begun seeking their own form of justice within the city's walls, a notion that weighs heavily on Orpen's conscience.

With the weight of the world on her shoulders, Orpen must confront a daunting decision: can she help to save the society that she has found, or must they embark on a quest to build a new one? As the stakes rise and the lines between good and evil blur, Orpen discovers the true strength and resilience of the human spirit, and the power of unity in the face of adversity.

Through vivid and immersive storytelling, O'Connor explores themes of gender equality, social hierarchy, and the inherent human desire for freedom and autonomy. With a cast of complex and unforgettable characters, LAST ONES LEFT ALIVE is a powerful and emotionally resonant novel that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment in this captivating series.

Weight: 204g
Dimension: 196 x 129 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472255266